In this tutorial, you will learn how to insert a field into database tables, using phpMyAdmin. The software can be accessed using the cPanel dashboard available to users on one of Hosted.com’s cPanel Web Hosting plans.
For users of all experience levels, phpMyAdmin provides a quick and easy way to add fields to database tables while maintaining the usability and integrity of their database systems.
This tutorial assumes you’ve already logged in to phpMyAdmin.
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How To Insert a Field Into a Database Table
1. Select the table on the left, under the Database of your choice. Open up the drop-down menu of columns under the Table. In this example, we use “test” under the “phpMyAdmin” Database.

2. In this example, we choose the “Add an Address” field AFTER the “ID” field. This means you want to place the new field after a specific existing field. To do this, ensure the column(s) box is set to “after ID”, or the column you want the new field to follow.

3. On the next page, select the appropriate “Type of” field for the one you wish to include – as an address can be a combination i.e alpha-numeric, select “VARCHAR”.

4. Enter the “Length/Value” maximum number of characters you want to allow for this Field and the other necessary Fields.
5. Click “Save” when finished.
That’s it! Our Details table now has a new Address Field. This is the end of the tutorial. Now you know how to add Fields in a table using phpMyAdmin.
Additional Information:
Benefits Of Inserting Fields Into Database Tables
phpMyAdmin offers a convenient and efficient solution for inserting fields into database tables. Catering to users of all skill levels and ensuring the integrity and usability of your database schema, advantages include:
User-Friendly Interface
To add fields to database tables, phpMyAdmin offers a simple graphical interface. This makes the process available to users who might not know anything about database management or SQL instructions.
Efficiency
When inserting fields, phpMyAdmin is often faster and more effective than manually crafting SQL queries. This is especially true for users who are not familiar with SQL syntax.
Visual Representation
By providing a visual representation of the structure of your database tables, phpMyAdmin also lets you view existing fields and their attributes.
Validation and Error Handling
When fields are inserted, phpMyAdmin carries out validation tests to ensure the field definitions follow the restrictions of the database and are syntactically correct. If there are any problems, it gives you error messages to assist you in troubleshooting and fixing them quickly.
Data Integrity
phpMyAdmin allows you to select several parameters when inserting fields, including data type, length, default values, and restrictions (e.g., main key, foreign key). This guarantees that the database structure complies with the needs of your application and helps preserve data integrity.
Documentation & Metadata
By adding comments to fields, phpMyAdmin enables you to document your database systems. For future use or cooperation, this can be useful in recording each field’s intended use, expected values, and any other pertinent data.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
Since phpMyAdmin is an online application, you may use it from any device with an internet connection and a web browser. This facilitates the easy insertion of fields from different platforms and operating systems into database tables.
Integration With Other Features
Table creation, data manipulation, query execution, and field insertion are easily integrated with other database management operations using phpMyAdmin. This extensive toolkit increases productivity and simplifies database administration duties.
Log into Hosted.com Account
1. Go to the Hosted.com Login website page.

2. Enter your Email and Password and click the “Sign In” button.
Access phpMyAdmin via Your Hosted.com Account
3. You will see the Hosted.com Dashboard, displaying the Manage Account menu on the left and your Account Information, Account Overview on the right and Open Support Tickets below.

4. Click the “Manage Service” dropdown and select your hosting package – our example uses the WordPress Hosting plan. The hosting window will open and you will see Product Information and Quick Manage on the right.
5. Click on the phpMyAdmin icon under the Quick Manage section.

Access phpMyAdmin via cPanel Dashboard
6. Click on “Manage Services” to view the sub-dropdown menu and select the hosting package for the domain you want to work with – in our example we are using WordPress Hosting.

7. Click the “Manage” button to the right of the domain name you want to access.

8. The display will now show Product Information, Quick Manage, Resource Usage and Site Statistics for that domain name.
9. Under “Product Information”, scroll down to “Control Panel”, which will display cPanel to the right, and click on the “Login” button.

10. The cPanel Dashboard will now be displayed.

11. Under the “Database” section, click the phpMyAdmin icon.

Access phpMyAdmin via cPanel Online
1. Visit your cPanel URL, either supplied to you through your web host or attained through other sign-up methods.
2. Enter your Username
3. Then enter your Password and click “Log in”.

4. Under the “Database” section, click the phpMyAdmin icon.